MSDS 201, 202, 210

SECTION 1. MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME:

Asphalt Coated Fiber Glass Fabrics

SYNONYMS:

Perma Glas-Mesh® Type 201, 202, 210, Glasfab Asphalt

CHEMICAL NAME:

NA

CAS NUMBER:

NA

CHEMICAL FAMILY:

NA

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Glass fibers may be irritating to the skin.

SECTION 2. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

INGREDIENTS

CAS NO.

%

OSHA PEL

ACGIH TLV

1.Petroleum Asphalt (fume)

8052-42-4

Negligible

NE

5mg/cuM

2.Fibrous Glass (dust)

65997-17-3

Negligible

15mg/cuM

10mg/cuM

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Amounts of dust and fume will be dependent upon method of handling and heating.

SECTION 3. HEALTH HAZARD DATA

ENTRY ROUTE

LEGEND: A=HEALTH EFFECT B=PERSONAL PROTECTION
C=EMERGENCY FIRST AID PROCEDURES

INHALE

A:

Mechanical irritation

B:

Not normally required. If required, use NIOSH approved dust respirator.

C:

Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention.

SKIN

A:

Mechanical irritation

B:

Impervious gloves such as neoprene or vinyl.

C:

Wash with soap and water or use waterless hand cleaner. Do not use solvents or thinners to clean skin.

INGEST

A:

Irritation

B:

Do not ingest

C:

If victim is conscious, give liquids. Call a physician. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by the physician.

EYES

A:

Mechanical irritation

B:

Safety glasses/goggles

C:

Flush with large amounts of water while holding eyelids open. Get medical attention if irritation persists.

MEDICAL CONDITION AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:

Dermatitis - however, sensitivity varies from individual to individual

CARCINOGENICITY:

NA

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Other protective equipment: Wear a protective apron if repeated contact is likely. Shower and clean work clothes daily is recommended.

SECTION 4. FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA

FLASH POINT & METHOD:

>475F

>246C

Open Cup

AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE:

>905F

>485C

FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR:

NA

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:

Dry chemical, water fog, foam, CO2

FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES:

If entering a confined area, firefighters should wear NIOSH approved self contained breathing apparatus

OTHER PRECAUTIONS:

The fiberglass will not burn. Numbers cited are for asphalt coating.

SECTION 5. REACTIVITY DATA

STABILITY/CONDITIONS TO AVOID:

Stable

INCOMPATIBILITY/MATERIALS TO AVOID:

Avoid contact with strong oxidizers

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION/CONDITIONS TO AVOID:

Will not occur

HAZARDOUS BYPRODUCTS OF DECOMPOSITION:

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, aldehydes, and other unidentified compounds may form upon combustion of the asphalt.

SECTION 6. PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL DATA

BOILING POINT:

>600F (asphalt)

SPECIFIC GRAVITY (WATER=1):

1.2 - 1.3

MELTING POINT:

>1100C (glass)

SOFTENING POINT:

>700C (glass)
>210F (asphalt)

EVAPORATION RATE:

ND

VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1):

NA

pH:

NA

SOLUBILITY:

Insoluble in water

APPEARANCE AND ODOR:

Black woven fabric, asphalt odor

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Volatile organic content <0.5%

SECTION 7. SAFE USAGE INFORMATION

HANDLING, STORAGE & OTHER PRECAUTIONS:

Store and use in a manner that will prevent airborne particulate in the workplace.

ACTION TO BE TAKEN IN CASE OF SPILL OR RELEASE (INCLUDING DISPOSAL):

Wastes should be disposed of according to federal, state and local regulations.

SECTION 8. CONTROL MEASURES

VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS:

Normal ventilation is usually adequate.

WORK HYGIENE PRACTICES:

See section 3

SECTION 9. OVERVIEW

Asphalt coated fiberglass fabrics will not rot, not easily tear or wear. It is lightweight and will conform to irregular surfaces.
There is no chemical hazard from this material. Too much fiberglass dust in the air will be irritating to the respiratory tract and eyes, but this is not likely to happen with this material. Glass fiber particles are irritating to the skin. Wear gloves. Shower and clean work clothes daily is recommended.

LEGEND: NE=NONE ESTABLISHED ND=NO DATA AVAILABLE NA= NOT APPLICABLE

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DATE:

01/01/99

SUPERCEDES:

All

COMPILED BY:

KERRY HOOK, PLANT MANAGER